These South Carolina Holiday Buffets Are Filled With That Classic Christmas Charm
Christmas buffets in South Carolina carry a special kind of magic that blends coastal warmth with mountain coziness and city sparkle all at once. I have spent enough December afternoons wandering between carving stations and dessert tables to know that the right buffet can turn a regular holiday into something you...
Charleston City Council advances $381M budget for 2026, employees see raises
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The Charleston City Council has advanced a record $381 million budget for 2026, and city employees will get raises without increasing the property tax for homeowners. Next year’s budget marks the city’s largest budget ever, with a 9 percent increase from this year’s $349 million...
14 Romantic Restaurants in Charleston for Date-Night Perfection
Charleston is packed with restaurants that know how to set the mood. Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, planning a proposal, or just want a special evening with someone you care about, the Holy City has you covered. From hidden courtyards to candlelit dining rooms, these 14 spots bring together incredible...
From Summerville to Dorchester Road: Puma’s Brings Italian Ice and ‘Glizzy’ Fandom to North...
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. A cult-favorite hot dog and Italian ice shop has landed in the busy Dorchester corridor. Puma’s Italian Ice & Hot Dog Shack has expanded from Summerville to North Charleston, opening at 8636 Dorchester Road, Suite 106 (Dorchester Pavilion). Local food...
1 found dead in Wadmalaw house fire
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — One person is dead following an early Sunday morning fire on Wadmalaw Island. Fire Chief Ryan Kunitzer with the St. John’s Fire District said the fire happened at a home in the 6600 block of Maybank Highway around 4:30 a.m. One person was found dead in the fire, according to Chief […]
Intense Debate: Activists Encourage Holiday Shoppers to Avoid Big-Name Retailers
abcnews4.com - 11/30/2025 06:19:23 PM. A grassroots protest named "We Ain't Buying It" has recently been making headlines. The protest encourages consumers to boycott major corporations such as Home Depot, Target, and Amazon, which have reportedly rolled back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Instead, the...
Drama stirs as Marina Variety Store, Salty Mike’s head to next chapter
The past week served as a good reminder that Charleston is a small town where misinformation can spread like wildfire. Case in point: The next phase of the Marina Variety Store and Salty Mike’s, a beloved restaurant and bar on Lockwood Boulevard. They were at the center of a social media maelstrom after a...
South Carolina sees major drop in crime, according to new SLED report
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division released its annual crime statistics, revealing a significant decline in crime across nearly every major category. Several areas of crime reached their lowest levels in decades in 2024. Statewide, violent crime dropped 8.4% from 2023 to 2024,...
The Eastside community is changing as a result of the Charleston housing plan
Charleston Mayor William Cogswell presented a housing plan on December 4, 2025, targeting 3,500 new units citywide by around 2030-2032, with 2,500 allocated to the Eastside neighborhood to combat gentrification and displacement.. Plan Details. The initiative emphasizes mixed-income developments blending low-income,...
Following a surge in gun violence near Montague Corners, the community has called for...
North Charleston Police responded to a shooting around 11:30 p.m. at 5060 Dorchester Road in Montague Corners, where two vehicles exchanged gunfire, marking the latest in a series of violent incidents at the shopping center. Residents and business owners report heightened concerns due to ongoing gun violence,...
